Kukla's Korner Hockey

Veteran defenseman Derian Hatcher is minus-14, while defenseman Joni Pitkanen is minus-8. Winger Kyle Calder, acquired from the Hawks in exchange for Michal Handzus, has no points in 10 games and is minus-7 with 5 minor penalties.
New GM Paul Holmgren is said to be looking to make a blockbuster trade to shake things up, with winger Simon Gagne’s name being floated as possible bait.
It’s believed the Hawks have offered the Flyers defenseman Jassen Cullimore, who according to a report in the Ottawa Sun also has been shopped to the Boston Bruins.